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Fukuoka Private Tour - Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Fukuoka Private Tour - Yanagawa River Cruising
Yanagawa River Cruising
Fukuoka Private Tour - Sake tasting experience
Sake tasting experience
Fukuoka Private Tour - “Front & rear automatic air-conditioning"
“Front & rear automatic air-conditioning"
Fukuoka Private Tour - "Nissan SERENA" 8-seater, non-smoking car
"Nissan SERENA" 8-seater, non-smoking car
Fukuoka Private Tour - “spacious second-row seats”
“spacious second-row seats”
Fukuoka Private Tour - “spacious third-row seats”
“spacious third-row seats”
Fukuoka Private Tour - Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Fukuoka Private Tour - Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Kurume Kasuri Tour Traditional Craft Products
Fukuoka Private Tour - Yanagawa River Cruising
Yanagawa River Cruising
Fukuoka Private Tour - Child-infant car seat 0 to 10 years old
Child-infant car seat 0 to 10 years old
Fukuoka Private Tour - “a wheelchair-accessible front passenger seat”
“a wheelchair-accessible front passenger seat”
Fukuoka Private Tour - “a wheelchair-accessible front passenger seat”
“a wheelchair-accessible front passenger seat”
Fukuoka Private Tour - Yanagawa River Cruising
Yanagawa River Cruising
Fukuoka Private Tour - Sake tasting experience
Sake tasting experience
Fukuoka Private Tour - Yanagawa River Cruising
Yanagawa River Cruising
Fukuoka Private Tour - Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Fukuoka Private Tour - Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Fukuoka Private Tour - Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Fukuoka Private Tour - Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Dazaifu Temmangu Shrine
Fukuoka Private Tour - Pokémon Manhole Dazaifu
Pokémon Manhole Dazaifu
Fukuoka Private Tour - Free mobile Wi-Fi
Free mobile Wi-Fi
Fukuoka Private Tour - Thumbnail photo
Thumbnail photo

Fukuoka Cultural Heritage: Kasuri Weaving Workshop & Yanagawa River Cruise (Optional Dazaifu)

Car Tour (driving guide)
Fukuoka Tour Guide - Katsu N.

Joined 2024

Katsu N.
4.93 / 5
(27 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Fukuoka
English, Japanese (Native)
9 hours
Private tour (only you and Katsu N.)
Up to 7 people

[Extend your journey with my tours and enjoy multi-day discounts. Please send me a message before you complete tour booking.]

Visit a historic Kasuri weaving workshop to learn about indigo-dyed, handwoven textiles, then enjoy a peaceful river cruise through Yanagawa’s canals. Depending on your interests and timing, you may choose either a traditional sake brewery tasting or a visit to Dazaifu, allowing the day to be tailored to your preferences.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel in Fukuoka City

- I am located within a 20-minute drive from Fukuoka Airport, Hakata Station, and Hakata Port, so if you book a hotel near these facilities we can ensure a smooth meeting. Let's enjoy the tour together:)

09:00 AM

Estimated travel time to next location: 1.5 hour

10:30 AM

Yanagawa River Cruising

Highlights: The Yanagawa river cruise in mid-November beautifully harmonizes the tranquil waterways and autumn leaves, allowing you to enjoy the riverside scenery in a peaceful atmosphere. Wheelchair-accessible boats are available for reservation, ensuring a comfortable experience.


Admission:

Private boat (per group): 18,000 yen

12:00 PM

Lunch: "Mamiru" or others

A cozy café-restaurant where you can enjoy dishes made with local, seasonal ingredients. In addition to eel and seafood, they also serve dishes like Wagyu steak set meals. Homemade sweets and light meals are also popular.


Lunch sets: Approximately 2,200 yen to 3,300 yen (including options like Wagyu steak meals , eel dishes and others)

01:30 PM

Kurume Kasuri Tour and Experience: Ikeda Kasuri Workshop

Kurume Kasuri is one of Japan’s officially designated Traditional Craft Products, recognized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

Ikeda Kasuri Workshop, founded in 1919, is a long-established workshop in Chikugo City, Fukuoka Prefecture, known for its indigo dyeing and hand-weaving techniques. Preserving tradition, each piece is carefully handwoven, and the workshop’s craftsmanship has been recognized through exhibitions at the The National Art Center, Tokyo.


Estimated Duration: 1 hour (workshop tour and shop visit)

Admission Fee: 2,200 JPY per adult (30-minute guided workshop tour)

02:30 PM

Estimated travel time to next location: 1 hour

03:30 PM

Optional 1: Sake tasting experience at Wakatakeya Sake Brewery

Founded in 1699 in Tanushimaru, Fukuoka, Wakatakeya Sake Brewery has been brewing sake for over 320 years. Unlike many breweries of its time, it was established by a merchant driven purely by passion. Guided by a family philosophy that values nature as something borrowed from future generations and tradition as continual innovation, the brewery has survived major historical changes while crafting sake that reflects both heritage and evolution.


Admission:

Adults (high school age and above): 460 yen

Children (middle school age and younger): Free

Optional 2: Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine

Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine is one of Japan’s most important Shinto shrines, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning. Set among centuries-old camphor trees, it is especially popular with students praying for academic success. The approach is lined with traditional sweets shops, and the shrine is famous for its beautiful seasonal scenery, particularly plum blossoms in early spring.

04:30 PM

Estimated travel time to next location: 1.5 hour

06:00 PM

Farewell time: Your Accommodation in Fukuoka city

Please note that arrival time may be delayed due to evening traffic around Fukuoka. Thank you for your understanding,


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Ending Point

Your Accommodation in Fukuoka city

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-I will be both the guide and the driver.

-Free mobile Wi-Fi

-My own private car (8-seater van “Nissan Serena”)

Non-smoking vehicle

Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning

Front passenger seat with a sliding function for wheelchair users

-Gasoline fee

-Parking fee

-Expressway tolls (Fukuoka Urban Expressway and Kyushu Expressway)

-Free Apple Music and Netflix

-Guide gratuity

What‘s not included

-Cost of meals (guide and customers)

-Facility Admission fees (guide and customers)

**Yanagawa River Cruising**

Admission Fee:

Private Standard boat (Per Group, 1-8 people): 18,000 JPY

Private Cushioned boat (Per Group,1-8 people): 23,000 JPY

Shared Standard boat (Per Adult): 2,000 JPY

**Kurume Kasuri Tour**

Admission Fee: 2,200 JPY (Per Adult, 30-minute guided workshop tour)


### **Lunch at "Mamiru"**:

- Lunch sets: Approximately 1,500 yen to 3,000 yen (including options like Wagyu steak meals and eel dishes)

Tour Important Information

1.If you want to do cashless payments on your entire itinerary, please let me know in advance. I will need to have a payment machine ready.


2. Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.


3. Extra time is assumed, but it is an itinerary that will be difficult to proceed if the meeting time is delayed. I hope we can meet on time:)


4. My car can accommodate up to 7 guests comfortably.

If your group has 8 or 9 guests, please contact me in advance — I can arrange a rental van (Toyota Hiace Grand Cabin) upon request and provide a customized quote.

Unfortunately, I’m not licensed to operate tours for 10 guests or more, so larger groups cannot be accommodated.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Fukuoka Tour Guide - Katsu N.

Joined 2024

Katsu N.
4.93 / 5
(27 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Katsu N.

Hi, I’m glad you found my page!

I’m a local guide based in Kyushu who loves sharing the region’s history, food, and landscapes in a relaxed and friendly way. Think of me as someone who can make your trip comfortable and memorable, while keeping things easygoing and fun.


I began guiding to share the history, scenery, and food of my home with visitors from around the world. Before this, I worked in luxury retail, where I learned how important details and genuine hospitality are. Now I bring that same spirit to my tours, making sure every guest feels comfortable, cared for, and free to enjoy their journey.


I specialize in private car tours around Kyushu, so you don’t have to worry about train schedules or carrying luggage. We can stop where you like, take things at your own pace, and enjoy the scenery along the way. Onboard you’ll have free Wi-Fi, music, and a comfortable ride—perfect for families, couples, or friends who want both convenience and a touch of luxury.


Some of my favorite places to share are:


Nagasaki: Peace Park, Atomic Bomb Museum, and the city’s cultural blend


Fukuoka: Dazaifu Shrine, city highlights, and Yanagawa’s river cruise with eel dishes


Kumamoto: Mt. Aso’s volcanic views, Kumamoto Castle, and Kurokawa Onsen


Oita: Hita’s riverside town, plus Beppu and Yufuin hot springs


Saga: Arita’s ceramics and the Yoshinogari ancient site


Takachiho Gorge: A mystical canyon tied to Japanese legends


What I enjoy most is helping guests discover both famous sights and hidden corners of Kyushu, while keeping the experience comfortable and stress-free. Whether you’re drawn to culture, food, history, or beautiful scenery, I can adjust the plan to match your style.


I’d love to share my part of Japan with you and create memories that last long after your trip. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to send me a message. I look forward to welcoming you to Kyushu and showing you what makes this region so special!

Reviews

Amazing Cruise Excursion in Nagasaki

It was our first time visiting Nagasaki and we hired Mr Katsu as our local guide. I can say that he was very knowledgable, experienced and respectful. He prepared a good itinerary for us that perfectly aligned with our schedule. We were on a cruise and he made sure that we got back to our ship with ample time. Aside from taking us to important places, he also gave a brief history of the place that make the visit more meaningful. He speaks english though not fluently, but you can see his effort to convey his message across. His transport vehicle was clean, he driving was ok. He was fhoughtful because at the time of our visit, the cherries were not yet full bloom so he arranged a fresh flower arrangement inside his car. He was also our tour guide in Fukuoka. He took us to a restaurant where locals eat and we had a great lunch The cost of his service was reasonable. Highly recommended.

Grace P.

Katsu N.

Thank you very much for joining my tours in Nagasaki and Fukuoka. /// I am very glad to hear that you were satisfied with the experience. /// Especially in Nagasaki, as the history and religious background can be quite complex, I try to guide with easy-to-understand materials from multiple perspectives. /// In particular, for the Atomic Bomb Museum, I continuously update my explanations through daily study, so there may be times when my English expressions are not always fluent. /// Regarding the meals, I have built up strong local knowledge over the years, so I’m very happy that you enjoyed the dining experience as well. /// I would be delighted to guide you in many other regions, and I look forward to seeing you again in the future. /// Katsuhisa

Powerful Whirlpools & Cherry Blossoms.

We spent a very interesting day with Katsu as our driver and tour guide, driving for approximately 1.5 hours out of Nagasaki. We especially enjoyed the drive to the Saikaibashi Park Walk Deck followed by the Cherry Blossoms. Katsu provided a number of photo stops in Nagasaki at Megan’s Bridge, Peace Park and others on the way to the Whirlpools. We had a traditional Japanese lunch at Nagasaki Fisheries Restaurant with the help of Katsu. Thank you Katsu for a very interesting and happy day from Nagasaki and for answering our many questions. Susie, Rob, Jilly and Hugh. Australia.

Susie W.

Katsu N.

Hello everyone, /// Thank you very much for your wonderful review. I truly appreciate it. /// Today’s route was a newly designed tour, and you were the very first guests, so I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed it. /// In addition to Nagasaki, I can also guide you to many other wonderful places in Japan, so please feel free to contact me when you visit again. /// I look forward to seeing you again someday. /// Katsuhisa

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